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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal, Technical Architect - **Company:** Salesforce Inc. - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States - **Salary:** $190,750.0 - $255,150.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Applications Architecture, Application Lifecycle Management, Automation of Tests, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Databases, Continuous Integration, Customer Data Management, Python (Programming Language), Node.Js, Release Management, Salesforce.Com, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Apex Code, Enterprise Software Applications, Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Git, Information Technology, Data Management, Virtual Agents, Api Gateway, Data Pipelines - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobmonkeyjobs.com/career/27904424/Principal-Technical-Architect-California-San-Francisco-7447 ## About the Role The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with the following skills, which are critical for designing modern, AI-powered solutions. * Agentic AI & Agentforce: Direct experience developing and managing agentic AI frameworks and autonomous agents. * Prompt Engineering: Proven ability to optimize prompts for LLMs using techniques like RAG and chain-of-thought. * Generative AI Architecture: Experience architecting enterprise AI solutions, including API gateways and data pipelines. * Data360: Deep understanding of Salesforce Data Cloud for unifying and activating customer data. * Flow & Orchestration: Advanced proficiency with Salesforce Flow for complex AI-driven business processes. Technical Proficiency * Deep knowledge of enterprise software applications, delivery, and system architecture. * Coding experience and willingness to work with code (Apex, Node, Python, Java, etc.) * Strong understanding of database fundamentals and data management tools. * Competence in integration architectures/patterns * Proficiency with software development and application lifecycle management (git, test automation, CI/CD, release management) * Solid grasp of network, application, and information security principles. Strategic & Soft Skills * B.S., M.S. or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering or MIS * Salesforce Certifications and/or Trailhead Superbadges. * Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills with executive audiences. * Strategic problem-solving, thought leadership, and effective time management for multiple projects. * Hands-on experience in customer-facing architect or consultant roles. 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